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Deputy Program Manager

Akima

North Charleston, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Billing, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Community Support, Continuous Improvement, Contract Requirements, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Expense Tracking, Federal Contracts, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Funding, Government, Integration Testing, Internet Security, Leadership, Legal, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Program Evaluation, Program Planning, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Safety Engineering, Sales Presentation, Schedule Development, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Security Compliance, System Integration (SI), System Test, Technical Leadership, Testing, Time Management, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Marine Corps (USMC)
LOCATION
North Charleston, SC
POSTED
9 days ago
AMO is looking for a Deputy Program Manager to work in North Charleston, SC. The Deputy Program Manager (PM) leads execution of programs supporting Advanced Amphibious Assault capabilities for the U.S. Marine Corps. This role is responsible for delivering complex engineering, integration, and fielding efforts that enhance operational readiness and mission effectiveness in expeditionary environments.


Supports management of large and/or complex programs to ensure implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. Assists with oversight of program execution, operational coordination, staffing, financial management, and customer engagement activities to ensure successful delivery. Supports planning, scope definition, execution, integration, and reporting activities across the program. Tracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators while assisting with preparation of reports and briefings for senior leadership and Government stakeholders.


This role works closely with the Program Manager to help ensure all program objectives are achieved across cost, schedule, and performance while maintaining strong Government relationships and disciplined operational and financial management.


To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!


Responsibilities


Program Execution & Coordination


+ Support day-to-day program execution across engineering, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment activities

+ Assist with management of cost, schedule, performance, staffing, and risk across the program

+ Coordinate activities across cross-functional teams, fielding efforts, and subcontractors

+ Help maintain integrated program plans, schedules, staffing plans, and performance metrics

+ Ensure action items, deliverables, and operational priorities are tracked and executed


Customer Engagement


+ Support engagement with Government stakeholders including KO, COR, PMs, operational leads, and technical representatives

+ Participate in program reviews, readiness events, status meetings, and customer briefings

+ Assist in preparing data-driven updates on program performance, risks, staffing, and operational status

+ Help coordinate responses to Government inquiries, tasking, and evolving mission requirements


Financial Management & Invoicing Support


+ Assist with monitoring program financial performance, forecasting, and burn rate analysis

+ Support accurate and timely invoicing in WAWF/PIEE in accordance with contract requirements

+ Track monthly spend by CLIN/SLIN/ACRN to help ensure proper funding alignmentAssist with maintaining visibility into obligations, expenditures, funding status, and remaining balances

+ Support reconciliation efforts across eCRAFT, invoices, subcontractor costs, and internal financial reporting

+ Help identify and resolve funding, billing, or execution discrepancies proactively


Technical & Operational Oversight


+ Support oversight of integrated engineering, testing, deployment, and sustainment activities

+ Coordinate with technical leads to ensure successful execution of program objectives

+ Assist with tracking system integration, test events, fielding activities, and operational readiness efforts

+ Support compliance with DoD cybersecurity, safety, engineering, and quality standards

+ Help drive continuous improvement across operational and program management processes


Team & Resource Management


+ Assist with coordination of program personnel, technical leads, subcontractors, and support staff

+ Help ensure staffing levels, qualifications, onboarding, and performance expectations are maintained

+ Promote a culture of accountability, responsiveness, collaboration, and mission focus

+ Support subcontractor coordination, deliverable tracking, and integration activities


Quality, Compliance & Risk Management


+ Support adherence to contract requirements, quality standards, reporting requirements, and audit readiness

+ Assist with maintaining strong CPARS performance through responsive customer support and disciplined execution

+ Help identify, track, assess, and mitigate program risks across operational and technical areas

+ Support compliance with security, clearance, and regulatory requirements


Qualifications


+ *Active Secret clearance is required for consideration*

+ 8+ years of program management experience supporting DoD programs

+ Bachelor’s degree required; PMP preferred

+ Experience managing large-scale engineering, integration, or fielding programs

+ Strong experience with invoicing and financial management at the CLIN/SLIN/ACRN level

+ Familiarity with WAWF/PIEE, eCRAFT, and DoD financial processes

+ Experience supporting ground vehicle, amphibious, or C5ISR systems (preferred)


Job ID


2026-23502

Work Type


On-Site

Company Description


Work Where it Matters


Akima Mission Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.


At AMO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.


For our shareholders , AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.


For our government customers , AMO delivers innovative administrative support services that streamline operations, and enhance productivity.


As an AMO employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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